Learn to Meditate

Whether you are completely new to meditation and want to learn the basics or an advanced practitioner looking to deepen your practice, a personal meditation instructor is the ideal (perhaps only) way to accomplish this. We offer free individual meditation instruction. Check out our list of meditation instructors.

If you have any questions or comments about meditation or Shambhala, contact us here.

Spark your heart and mind

through the practice of meditation.

Shambhala Vision is rooted in the principle that every human being has a fundamental nature of basic goodness. This nature can be developed in daily life so that it radiates out to family, friends, community and society.

August 31st—December 28th

Ordinary Wisdom:
A Meditation Group for the Young and Young at Heart
When so many societal norms, expectations, and values have changed and come into question, how do young people understand their place and purpose? No age limit; topics aim 20s and 30s Continue »

October 8th

with Frank Ryan

October 13th—October 15th

In Brunswick. Communicating with the world gently and fearlessly, our awareness is sharpened and we find the open clear sky of mind- a delightful source of wisdom and uplifting energy. We learn to trust our nature enough to let go into the present moment Continue »

October 19th

The Sadhana of Mahamudra is an important practice given to us by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, the founder of Shambhala. This practice is a binding factor for our community. It is done on the day of the new moon. It is open to all. Continue »

with Shastri Veit Weber

October 20th—October 22nd

Through the practice of meditation, we glimpse unconditional basic goodness as the ground of our existence. We learn to experience the world as sacred and see basic goodness as our birthright. Continue »

Welcome to Maine Shambhala Meditation Centers. Classes and weekend retreats are up on the website for Fall 2017. We would like to invite you to review and begin to create space for when you will be joining us. Looking forward to seeing you this fall! Our website offers a lot of information regarding local offerings, information … Continue →

Shambhala Vision is rooted in the principle that every human being has a fundamental nature of basic goodness. This nature can be developed in daily life so that it radiates out to family, friends, community and society. More»